Maria Chapdelaine

Maria Chapdelaine, published posthumously in 1913, is a romantic and nationalistic novel set in rural Quebec. The story follows Maria, a young woman torn between three suitors and the contrasting paths they represent: tradition, urban modernity, and frontier life. Through poetic descriptions of the land and its people, Louis Hémon evokes the spirit of French-Canadian identity and resilience. The novel became a cultural touchstone in Quebec literature, symbolizing perseverance, faith, and the bond between land and people.